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Earlier names of the island are Femera, Fimbria, Cimbria parva, and Imbra. As a part of Wagria it was settled by the Slavic Lechitic tribe of Wagri in the Early Middle Ages; the name derives from Old Slavic fe more (in the sea), modern v more. After their...
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Tourism is the island’s most important source of income. Approximately 300,000 overnight guests stay on Fehmarn every year, with the vast majority being German (~99%). Many tourists stay on one of the huge campsites that are situated at different locations...
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The following partners are involved in the study of the Fehmarn island: BALTIC ENVIRONMENTAL FORUM DEUTSCHLAND – (BEF GERMANY) THE INSTITUE OF ECONOMIC STRUCTURES RESEARCH (GWS MBH) The following partners and stakeholders have contributed to the study of...
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